The age of compulsory attendance in South Carolina is a common question in variations like this: At what age does my child need to be enrolled in school? Should I sign a Kindergarten waiver or join a homeschool association? And what about homeschooling preschool? Let’s take a look at the wording in the law, then jump […]
5 Tips to Homeschool Like a Pro
November 16, 2016 by 9 Comments
Maybe you are just getting started homeschooling or maybe you just need some encouragement to keep going. Here’s 5 tips to homeschool like a pro. 1. Remember this: Homeschooling is not the same thing as “school at home.” We aren’t trying to replicate what schools are doing. Homeschooling is an alternate educational path that is […]
How to Withdraw A Child from South Carolina Public School
November 1, 2016 by 6 Comments
You’ve decided to homeschool! This is how to withdraw a child from public school in South Carolina. You are starting an exciting and scary new venture. You want this to be a smooth transition. Here’s 5 easy steps to transition from traditional school to homeschool. 1. Register with an accountability option. We have 3 options in the South Carolina […]
College Preview Days: Fall 2016
September 20, 2016 by 2 Comments
See what’s happening at College Preview Days. Choosing the college that’s right for you is an important decision. The sooner you can figure out what college you might want to go to and what course of study you might want to pursue–then you can tailor your high school courses toward that goal. So, consider what doors […]
Homeschool Bookstores and Curriculum Resources
June 20, 2016 by 5 Comments
Homeschool bookstores and local and online resources for curriculum. Looking for local bookstores that carry homeschool curriculum? Looking for used homeschool books for a discounted price? Looking to resell your homeschool books and curriculum? Check out one of the local stores near you–or an place an order online. Local Homeschool Bookstores Ed’s Editions, LLC, West […]
Choosing a Homeschool Association in SC
September 13, 2015 by 45 Comments
Most homeschoolers in South Carolina register with an association. With dozens of choices, what qualities do you consider when choosing a Homeschool Association? A good place to start is by asking homeschoolers you know who they recommend. That can help you narrow down the search. While it may be easy to go on recommendations of your […]
Homeschool Accountability Options in South Carolina
April 6, 2015 by 60 Comments
Choosing among homeschool accountability options is not as hard as it seems. You need to choose one, just one. Many new homeschoolers ask a friend who is homeschooling and go with that–follow the leader style. Or maybe you don’t know anyone–so you’re gonna just throw a dart at one and hope that’s a good fit for you. […]
SC Homeschool Laws
August 15, 2014 by 11 Comments
South Carolina Homeschool Code of Laws There are three accountability options in SC which you may use to homeschool. We encourage you to read the code of laws for yourself. Option 1 is through your local school district and is covered in Section 59-65-40. Option 2 is through SCAIHS and is covered in Section 59-65- 45. […]
